1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1984 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 25 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Axel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Axel (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Axel weights approximately 557 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, 1984 Citroen Axel (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Axel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1984 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Twosome | Axel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2380 mm |
