1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1390 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | Twosome | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
