1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 51 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1660 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 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Twosome | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |
