1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 589 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Alfasud | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1790 mm |
