1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica

To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 824 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1958 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1958 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Berkeley Foursome 1989 Chevrolet Corsica
Make Berkeley Chevrolet
Model Foursome Corsica
Year Released 1958 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 592 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 30 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 356 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 1990 mm 2630 mm


 

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