1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 746 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Abarth 600 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 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 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, 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, 1956 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Abarth | Berkeley |
| Model | 600 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
