1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1976 Mini MK III
To start off, 1976 Mini MK III is newer by 17 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), 1976 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley Foursome (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mini MK III weights approximately 142 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
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, 1976 Mini MK III (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1976 Mini MK III | |
Make | Berkeley | Mini |
Model | Foursome | MK III |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |