1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 515 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Twosome | Fusca |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |