1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 44 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 945 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Twosome | Focus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2620 mm |
