1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1013 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 Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Twosome | Touran |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |