1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 328 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley Twosome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Berkeley Twosome weights approximately 23 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 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, 1957 Berkeley Sports (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Berkeley Sports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Berkeley | Berkeley |
| Model | Twosome | Sports |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
