1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 16 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 495 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
| Model | Twosome | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2110 mm |
