1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1961 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 972 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Twosome | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |