1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1040 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 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | Twosome | 6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2760 mm |