1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 40 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 1290 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, 1999 Opel Signum (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Signum |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2840 mm |
