1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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 697 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion weights approximately 422 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
Make | Berkeley | Smart |
Model | Twosome | Cabrio Passion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 33 L |