1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
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 Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome 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 Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
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 Twosome (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Berkeley | Berkeley |
Model | Twosome | Twosome |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 15 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |