1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
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 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Foursome | Insignia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2737 mm |