1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 30 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 534 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (112 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Alfasud | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1990 mm |
