1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 55 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | Twosome | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3010 mm |
