1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1958 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1958 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1675 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.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 1958 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Austin | Berkeley |
Model | A 110 | Twosome |
Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1790 mm |