1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 51 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1326 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Berkeley | Kia |
Model | Twosome | Sedona |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3030 mm |