1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 22 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Laser weights approximately 485 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.
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, 1980 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Twosome | Laser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2370 mm |
