1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1352 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Berkeley | Kia |
Model | Twosome | Sportage |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |