1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1973 Mini MK III
To start off, 1973 Mini MK III is newer by 14 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mini MK III weights approximately 294 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
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, both vehicles can yield 61 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1973 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mini |
| Model | Twosome | MK III |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
