1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1836 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 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Berkeley | GMC |
| Model | Twosome | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3210 mm |
