1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 775 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 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 1995 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Berkeley | Saturn |
Model | Twosome | SC |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2610 mm |