1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1960 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1960 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1960 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Berkeley |
Model | Sports Convertible | Twosome |
Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1790 mm |