1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 41 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 835 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Twosome | Palio |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |