1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1470 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 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Twosome | Sharan |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2840 mm |