1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 29 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 933 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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (257 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | Twosome | MX-6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |