1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 395 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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | Polo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2340 mm |
