1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 54 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 1027 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | Twosome | C4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1560 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 | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 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 | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2610 mm |