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


 

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