1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1987 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 28 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Reliant Scimitar (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 535 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 1987 Reliant Scimitar 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 1987 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1987 Reliant Scimitar (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Berkeley | Reliant |
| Model | Twosome | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2140 mm |
