2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1956 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1956 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1956 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Spider | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1790 mm |
