1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2000 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 712 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 Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe 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 Coupe | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Foursome | Coupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |