1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1956 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 549 kg more than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1956 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Giulietta | Twosome |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 15 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1790 mm |