1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1988 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Mazda 323 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 323 (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 323 weights approximately 514 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 Mazda 323 (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1988 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | Foursome | 323 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |
