1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 40 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 792 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
Model | Foursome | 406 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 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 | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |