1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1997 Volvo C70 is newer by 38 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 1265 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 1997 Volvo C70 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. 1997 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
| Model | Twosome | C70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2670 mm |
