1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1980 Steyr G-series is newer by 21 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Steyr G-series (71 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1415 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, 1980 Steyr G-series (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Berkeley | Steyr |
| Model | Twosome | G-series |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
