1999 AC Aceca vs. 1958 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1958 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | AC | Berkeley |
Model | Aceca | Twosome |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1790 mm |