1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1985 Toyota Century
To start off, 1985 Toyota Century is newer by 29 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Century weights approximately 1494 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 1985 Toyota Century 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 1985 Toyota Century. 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, 1985 Toyota Century (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. 1985 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1956 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1956 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1985 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | Twosome | Century |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2870 mm |
