1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 438 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 Volkswagen Lupo (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Foursome | Lupo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 34 L |