1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
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 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1958 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1958 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Berkeley | Hyundai |
Model | Twosome | i20 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2525 mm |