1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 1089 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 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Foursome | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 60 L |
