1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 17 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 797 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 495 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 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 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, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 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, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
Model | Twosome | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |