1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cherry is newer by 20 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 465 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, 1977 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2400 mm |
