1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1157 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
| Model | Twosome | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 66 L |
