1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 45 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1324 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | Twosome | Previa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2900 mm |