1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1989 Dodge Shadow
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 31 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 983 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1989 Dodge Shadow | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | Twosome | Shadow |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2470 mm |
