1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 45 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 1267 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 2002 Holden Berlina 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 2002 Holden Berlina. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Berkeley | Holden |
| Model | Twosome | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2800 mm |
