1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1455 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 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Berkeley | Kia |
Model | Twosome | Sportage |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |