1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1964 Toyota Publica is newer by 7 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 696 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Publica (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Publica weights approximately 275 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 1964 Toyota Publica 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 1964 Toyota Publica. 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, 1964 Toyota Publica (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | Twosome | Publica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2140 mm |
