1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 42 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier (203 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Foursome | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2650 mm |
