1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 37 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 1075 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 1996 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
Model | Twosome | Rocky |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2540 mm |