1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 46 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 1028 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | Foursome | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 62 L |
