1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 990 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mini |
| Model | Twosome | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2466 mm |
