1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 43 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 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 995 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 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mahindra |
| Model | Twosome | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
