1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 22 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 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Samba (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Samba weights approximately 435 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.
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, 1981 Talbot Samba (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Berkeley | Talbot |
| Model | Twosome | Samba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2350 mm |
