1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 662 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.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Spider | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1780 mm |
