1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird 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 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 625 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 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |
