1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 47 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 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1489 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Foursome | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 65 L |
