1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 29 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 670 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
Make | Berkeley | Hyundai |
Model | Twosome | Excel |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2390 mm |