1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 53 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Delta weights approximately 1125 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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
Model | Twosome | Delta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 360 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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |