1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1970 Isuzu Florian is newer by 12 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 685 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, 1970 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Berkeley | Isuzu |
| Model | Twosome | Florian |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2360 mm |
