1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 45 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 1171 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.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2003 Ford Escape | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Twosome | Escape |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2630 mm |