1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1981 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1981 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 22 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 535 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, 1981 Vauxhall Astra (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1981 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
| Model | Twosome | Astra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 88 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 | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |
