1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 36 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 960 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Twosome | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2650 mm |
