1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 923 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 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
Model | Twosome | Frontier |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3200 mm |