1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Opel Kadett is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Kadett weights approximately 450 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Kadett 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 1968 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1968 Opel Kadett (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2420 mm |
