1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Kia Optima 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Optima (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 1029 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 Kia Optima (199 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2005 Kia Optima | |
Make | Berkeley | Kia |
Model | Foursome | Optima |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 199 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |