1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 35 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 1145 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
| Model | Twosome | 850 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2680 mm |
