1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1968 Fiat 125
To start off, 1968 Fiat 125 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 125 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 125 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 1968 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1968 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Twosome | 125 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |