1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 715 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 Peugeot 206 (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Twosome | 206 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2450 mm |
