1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 15 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 552 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.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Giulia | Foursome |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 25 L |