1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1986 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1986 Innocenti 990 is newer by 28 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Innocenti 990 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, 1986 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1986 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Innocenti |
| Model | Twosome | 990 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
