1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 28 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 615 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Arna | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1790 mm |
