1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 1102 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Foursome | Malibu |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |