1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 28 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 574 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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Foursome | BX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 66 L |
