1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2310 mm |
