1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 42 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C2 weights approximately 678 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, 2001 Citroen C2 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Twosome | C2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 41 L |
