1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1960 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1025 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1960 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Spider | Twosome |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 25 L |