1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1974 Peugeot 204

To start off, 1974 Peugeot 204 is newer by 15 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 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 560 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, 1974 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Berkeley Twosome 1974 Peugeot 204
Make Berkeley Peugeot
Model Twosome 204
Year Released 1959 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 328 cc 1130 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 18 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 37 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 305 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 1790 mm 2610 mm


 

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