1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 1114 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 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1990 mm |
