1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 25 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 1295 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 1982 Bitter SC 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 1982 Bitter SC. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Berkeley | Bitter |
| Model | Twosome | SC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2690 mm |
