1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 2181 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
Model | Foursome | Nitro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 74 L |