1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1958 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 425 cc (2 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Berkeley Twosome (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Berkeley Twosome (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Twosome | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
