1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1987 Chrysler TC
To start off, 1987 Chrysler TC is newer by 28 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler TC (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler TC weights approximately 1156 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, 1987 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1987 Chrysler TC | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Twosome | TC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2370 mm |
