1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 712 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 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
Make | Berkeley | Eagle |
Model | Twosome | Summit |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2470 mm |