1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1988 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 29 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 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 295 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, 1988 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Twosome | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2160 mm |
