1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 1204 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Foursome | Diamante |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |