1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1992 Renault 25
To start off, 1992 Renault 25 is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 25 weights approximately 827 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, 1992 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1992 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | Twosome | 25 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2730 mm |
