1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 9 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 797 cc, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Daihatsu Compagno weights approximately 460 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 1968 Daihatsu Compagno 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 1968 Daihatsu Compagno. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Daihatsu Compagno (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Daihatsu Compagno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1968 Daihatsu Compagno | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Twosome | Compagno |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 797 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2230 mm |
