1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 46 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 952 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Primera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |
