1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 885 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Twosome | Calibra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2610 mm |