1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 1282 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Foursome | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 49 L |