1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1961 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Berkeley Twosome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 177 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1956 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Twosome | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 19 L |
