1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
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 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2737 mm |
