1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 51 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 560 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. 2008 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2310 mm |
