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Berkeley Foursome 700

General information

ModelBerkeley Foursome 700
Year1959
CategorySmall city/economy cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size692 ccm (42.23 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement692 ccm (42.23 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 2 cylinder (twin)
Max power39.00 PS (29 kW or 38 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque58.00 Nm (5.9 kgf-m or 42.8 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke70.0 x 90.0 mm (2.8 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0842 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2710 litres (716 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (334.6 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight468 kg (1,031.8 pounds)
Overall length3340 mm (131.5 inches)
Overall width1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Overall height1180 mm (46.5 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase1990 mm (78.3 inches)
Fuel capacity25.0 litres (6.61 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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