1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 51 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 925 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
