1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 697 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 510 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 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2004 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Smart |
| Model | Twosome | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
