1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo 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 597 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 324 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.
Because 2000 MCC ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 MCC ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MCC ForTwo (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Berkeley | MCC |
Model | Foursome | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |