1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1967 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1967 Triumph 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 613 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.
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, 1967 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1967 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
| Model | Twosome | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2460 mm |
