1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 47 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 473 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, 2005 Daewoo Matiz (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daewoo |
| Model | Twosome | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2350 mm |
