1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1014 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | Foursome | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 64 L |