1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1984 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1984 Dodge Charger 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Charger weights approximately 745 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 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1984 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | Twosome | Charger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2460 mm |
