1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1973 Renault 5 is newer by 15 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 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Renault 5 (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 5 weights approximately 410 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.
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, 1973 Renault 5 (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | Twosome | 5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
