1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 1027 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 Opel Zafira (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Foursome | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
