1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 703 cc (2 cylinders), 1988 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat 126 (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat 126 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat 126 (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | 126 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
