1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 49 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 766 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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Foursome | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2490 mm |
