1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 25 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 2465 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 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Hummer |
| Model | Twosome | H1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3310 mm |
