1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Alto is newer by 31 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 312 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
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, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
| Model | Twosome | Alto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2180 mm |
