1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 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 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 397 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 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Foursome | 107 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
