1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1942 Fiat 500
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Foursome is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 592 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley Foursome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley Foursome (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Fiat 500 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 1942 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1942 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1942 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Foursome | 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
