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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 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 | 691 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |