1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 955 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 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 Ford Focus
Make Berkeley Ford
Model Foursome Focus
Year Released 1958 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 592 cc 1753 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 30 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 356 kg 1311 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 1990 mm 2620 mm