1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Spider | Twosome |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 25 L |