1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 614 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Junior | Foursome |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1990 mm |