1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 37 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 947 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.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | GTV | Foursome |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |