1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Foursome is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley Foursome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley Foursome (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Berkeley Foursome weights approximately 163 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.
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, 1959 Berkeley Foursome (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley Foursome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Berkeley | Berkeley |
| Model | Twosome | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
