1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 39 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 1025 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.
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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Twosome | Cougar |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |