1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 54 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 649 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, 2012 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Berkeley | Tata |
Model | Foursome | Indica |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |