1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1321 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 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Foursome | Montero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 74 L |
