1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1951 Talbot Baby
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 2,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Talbot Baby is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Talbot Baby (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Talbot Baby should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Talbot Baby weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Talbot Baby 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 1951 Talbot Baby. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1951 Talbot Baby | |
| Make | Berkeley | Talbot |
| Model | Twosome | Baby |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3130 mm |
