1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 21 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 359 cc, 1977 Mazda Chante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Chante (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Chante should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda Chante weights approximately 184 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, 1977 Mazda Chante (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda Chante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | Twosome | Chante |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2210 mm |
