1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 51 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 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 824 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. 2007 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1956 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1956 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |
