1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 20 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 (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 710 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 1979 Triumph TR7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
| Model | Twosome | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2170 mm |
