1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 1045 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |
