1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 50 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), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 1189 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Berkeley | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Foursome | Brera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |