1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 47 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 937 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Twosome | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
