1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 43 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1405 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Twosome | C8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 66 L |
