1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | Foursome | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 48 L |
