1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 856 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Twosome | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2580 mm |