1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 1187 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 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | Twosome | Avensis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |