1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 52 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 865 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
