1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 1965 Saab MC is newer by 9 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. At 841 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Saab MC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Saab MC (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Saab MC should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Saab MC weights approximately 582 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.
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, 1965 Saab MC (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Saab MC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Berkeley | Saab |
| Model | Twosome | MC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2500 mm |
