2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 41 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 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 970 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | 145 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1790 mm |
