1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1807 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
Model | Foursome | Patrol |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 95 L |