1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 13 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Europa weights approximately 306 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lotus |
| Model | Twosome | Europa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2340 mm |
