1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1971 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1971 Innocenti Mini is newer by 12 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 292 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, 1971 Innocenti Mini (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1971 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Berkeley | Innocenti |
| Model | Foursome | Mini |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
