1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 480 weights approximately 644 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 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
Model | Foursome | 480 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 80 L |