1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2003 Citroen C8
To start off, 2003 Citroen C8 is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1331 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, 2003 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2003 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Foursome | C8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |
