1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Combo should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Opel Combo | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Twosome | Combo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2720 mm |