1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 31 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 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Jimny (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 385 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 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
Model | Twosome | Jimny |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |