1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 50 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 845 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, 2008 Ford Ikon (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Twosome | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2490 mm |
