1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart Roadster weights approximately 509 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 2001 Smart Roadster 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 2001 Smart Roadster. 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, 2001 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Berkeley | Smart |
Model | Foursome | Roadster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 35 L |