1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 751 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 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Berkeley | Seat |
| Model | Twosome | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
