1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1967 Triumph 2000 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 865 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
| Model | Twosome | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2700 mm |
