1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2001 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2001 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 43 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1039 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.
Because 2001 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2001 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Berkeley | Jeep |
| Model | Foursome | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2380 mm |
