1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 14 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 743 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Giulia | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1790 mm |
