1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 764 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.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Twosome | Corsa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |