1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 26 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Meteor weights approximately 567 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, 1985 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Twosome | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2370 mm |
