1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 49 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 1090 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2570 mm |
