1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1981 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace is newer by 20 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 492 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, 1981 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1981 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2230 mm |
