1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 743 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 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | Foursome | C3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |