1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 49 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2737 mm |
