1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 43 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 630 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, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
| Model | Twosome | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2500 mm |
