1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1973 Lancia 2000 is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 917 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.
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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
Model | Twosome | 2000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2660 mm |