1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Triumph 2000 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 943 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, 1973 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
Model | Twosome | 2000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2700 mm |