1959 Berkeley QB 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 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 691 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley QB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Berkeley QB weights approximately 76 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.
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, 1959 Berkeley QB (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley QB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1960 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Berkeley | Berkeley |
| Model | QB | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 25 L |
