1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1205 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 Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2004 Opel Vectra 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. 2004 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 61 L |
