1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 8 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 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 325 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, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Abarth | Berkeley |
| Model | 1300 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 328 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 1790 mm |
