1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 13 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 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1972 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 349 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 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Steyr Haflinger (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Berkeley | Steyr |
| Model | Twosome | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
