1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 415 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Twosome | Charade |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2340 mm |
