1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 33 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 1,777 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 735 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | 33 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1790 mm |
