1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1363 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 Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 Vivaro | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Twosome | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3100 mm |