1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1962 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1962 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 985 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1962 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1962 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Twosome | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2260 mm |