1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 841 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Twosome | 206 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |
