1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1956 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Tatra T600 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Tatra T600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 864 kg more than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Tatra T600 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 1949 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1949 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Berkeley | Tatra |
Model | Twosome | T600 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |