1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2000 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2000 Fiat Brava 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 688 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 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2000 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Foursome | Brava |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 63 L |