1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1273 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.
Because 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Berkeley | SsangYong |
Model | Twosome | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2910 mm |