1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 35 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 1105 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, 1994 Saab 900 (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 1994 Saab 900 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. 1994 Saab 900 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Saab |
| Model | Foursome | 900 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 68 L |
