1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1986 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1986 Subaru Rex is newer by 27 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 592 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley Foursome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru Rex (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Rex should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru Rex weights approximately 199 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, 1959 Berkeley Foursome (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley Foursome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1986 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
Model | Foursome | Rex |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2260 mm |