1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1960 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 515 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1960 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | GTA | Twosome |
Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 25 L |