1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1982 Holden Camira is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Camira weights approximately 735 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, 1982 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 1982 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Berkeley | Holden |
| Model | Twosome | Camira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2580 mm |
