1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 1315 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 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Foursome | Punto |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |