1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1960 Berkeley Twosome

To start off, 1960 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. Both 1956 Berkeley Twosome and 1960 Berkeley Twosome are equipped with a 328 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Berkeley Twosome (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Berkeley Twosome weights approximately 1 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.

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, 1960 Berkeley Twosome (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Berkeley Twosome 1960 Berkeley Twosome
Make Berkeley Berkeley
Model Twosome Twosome
Year Released 1956 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 328 cc 328 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 15 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 22 Nm 37 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 306 kg 305 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 3130 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1280 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1060 mm
Wheelbase Size 1790 mm 1790 mm


 

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