1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1992 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1992 Mini MK VI is newer by 33 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mini MK VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mini MK VI (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mini MK VI should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mini MK VI weights approximately 152 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, 1992 Mini MK VI (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mini MK VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1992 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mini |
| Model | Foursome | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
