1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1966 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 395 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Toyota Corolla (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | Twosome | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2290 mm |
