1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 44 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1404 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 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Berkeley Foursome 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Make Berkeley Nissan
Model Foursome X-Trail
Year Released 1959 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 592 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 30 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 48 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 356 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 1990 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 24 L 60 L