1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 1992 Renault Express 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Express weights approximately 515 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 Express (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Express 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 Express | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | Twosome | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2590 mm |
