1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1957 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 887 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Zodiac 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 1956 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Twosome | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2720 mm |