1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1967 Saab Sonett is newer by 8 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Saab Sonett weights approximately 302 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, 1967 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Berkeley | Saab |
| Model | Foursome | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
