1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 20 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1978 Citroen LNA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen LNA (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LNA should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen LNA weights approximately 405 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, 1978 Citroen LNA (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen LNA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | Twosome | LNA |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2240 mm |