1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1998 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 42 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 547 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, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1998 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daewoo |
| Model | Twosome | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2350 mm |
