1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1968 Mazda 1000 is newer by 9 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 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda 1000 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 267 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.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 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 1968 Mazda 1000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda 1000 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | Foursome | 1000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |