1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 827 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 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 1988 Renault 25 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Berkeley | Renault |
Model | Foursome | 25 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |