1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Felicia is newer by 38 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Felicia (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 452 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, 1997 Skoda Felicia (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Berkeley | Skoda |
Model | Foursome | Felicia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2460 mm |