1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 572 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
Model | Foursome | Beta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |