1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1224 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 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | Twosome | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
