2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 49 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1430 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Spider | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1790 mm |
