1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 49 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 494 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2008 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Foursome | Spark |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 35 L |
