1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 47 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 834 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, 2005 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Foursome | Focus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2620 mm |
