1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Spider | Foursome |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 48 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1990 mm |