1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (59 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 850 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Foursome | C5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 66 L |
