1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 56 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1287 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | Twosome | C5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2760 mm |