2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1957 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (386 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | 166 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1790 mm |
