1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1960 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1960 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 592 cc (2 cylinders), 1958 Berkeley Foursome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Berkeley Foursome (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Foursome should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Berkeley Foursome weights approximately 51 kg more than 1960 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, 1958 Berkeley Foursome (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Berkeley Foursome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1960 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Berkeley | Berkeley |
| Model | Foursome | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
