1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1960 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1960 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 40 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 40 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1960 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | A 40 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 25 L |
