1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 609 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 Daihatsu Sirion (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
Model | Foursome | Sirion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 40 L |