1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 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 972 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Corsa weights approximately 675 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.
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, 1999 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2450 mm |
