1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 655 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 Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia 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 Fulvia | |
Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
Model | Twosome | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2320 mm |