1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 660 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 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2001 Smart ForFour 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. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Berkeley | Smart |
Model | Twosome | ForFour |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2510 mm |