2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 51 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1492 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.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | 159 | Foursome |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1990 mm |