1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1990 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 32 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Omni (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Omni weights approximately 669 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, 1990 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1990 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | Foursome | Omni |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2530 mm |
