1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 870 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, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Twosome | Optra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2610 mm |
