1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 912 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
