1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1983 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1983 Talbot 1510 is newer by 24 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 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 719 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, 1983 Talbot 1510 (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1983 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Talbot |
| Model | Foursome | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 40 L |
