1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Panda (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 505 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, 1986 Fiat Panda (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2170 mm |
