1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 925 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 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |
