1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1981 Ford Granada

To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 22 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 902 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 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Berkeley Foursome 1981 Ford Granada
Make Berkeley Ford
Model Foursome Granada
Year Released 1959 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 692 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 23.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 468 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 1990 mm 2780 mm


 

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