1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 1185 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Berkeley | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Twosome | 164 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2670 mm |