1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 55 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 1,742 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 1050 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Berkeley | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Twosome | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 1742 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2634 mm |