1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 1489 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2009 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Foursome | Antara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 65 L |