1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 1015 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2700 mm |
