1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 48 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 642 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Foursome | Strada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |