1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 552 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | Citi |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
