1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 605 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.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | 33 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1790 mm |
