1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 1984 Fiat 126 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1984 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat 126 (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat 126 weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1984 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat 126 (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Twosome | 126 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |