1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 13 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 515 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, 1972 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Twosome | 128 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1115 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2240 mm |