2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 47 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1050 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.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Spider | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1790 mm |
