1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 432 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
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 Volkswagen Golf (85 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm). This means 1974 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
