1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 522 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 Ritmo (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo 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 Ritmo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2460 mm |
