1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 672 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 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | Foursome | RunX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |