1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina is newer by 44 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 927 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2003 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | Twosome | Caldina |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |