1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 34 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 1219 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | Foursome | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 80 L |
