1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 657 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.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | Twosome | Delta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |
