1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1965 DKW F 102
To start off, 1965 DKW F 102 is newer by 6 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 1,175 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 DKW F 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 DKW F 102 (59 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 DKW F 102 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 DKW F 102 weights approximately 442 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, 1965 DKW F 102 (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 DKW F 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1965 DKW F 102 | |
Make | Berkeley | DKW |
Model | Foursome | F 102 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 31 L |