1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 537 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Foursome | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2390 mm |
