1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1958 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1958 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Abarth 750 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1957 Abarth 750 (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1958 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Abarth | Berkeley |
Model | 750 | Twosome |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |