1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 24 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 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 14 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 404 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Twosome | Visa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
