1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 624 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 1976 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | GT | Foursome |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 24 L |