1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 51 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 624 cc (2 cylinders), 2010 Tata Nano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Nano 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.
Because 2010 Tata Nano 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 2010 Tata Nano. 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, 2010 Tata Nano (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Nano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Berkeley | Tata |
| Model | Twosome | Nano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2230 mm |
