1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 52 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 683 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Foursome | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |