1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 805 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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
