1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 1068 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Berkeley | Hyundai |
Model | Foursome | Tucson |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 58 L |