1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 52 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 973 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
Model | Twosome | Musa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |