1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1963 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1963 Citroen 2CV is newer by 4 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 423 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 18 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 255 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (37 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1959 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1963 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Twosome | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
