1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 50 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 1060 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Twosome | C3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5660 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2550 mm |
