1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph Renown (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 975 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
Model | Twosome | Renown |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2750 mm |