1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 47 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 1445 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 2006 Chevrolet Spark is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Twosome | Spark |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2350 mm |
