1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1969 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1969 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 10 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), 1969 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 600 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 1969 Nissan Bluebird 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 1969 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1969 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1969 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| 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 | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |
