1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 10 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Europa weights approximately 294 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Berkeley | Lotus |
Model | Twosome | Europa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |