1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 29 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 892 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1988 Citroen CX | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | Foursome | CX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 80 L |