1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 37 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 924 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. 1998 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 1961 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1961 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Twosome | Contour |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |