1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 864 kg more than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Twosome | Indigo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2900 mm |