1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2000 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 999 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, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2000 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daewoo |
| Model | Foursome | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
