1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 45 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 762 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, 2004 Lancia Musa (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2004 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | Foursome | Musa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |
