1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1515 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 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2002 Nissan Quest 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. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Quest |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2860 mm |
