1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1205 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2012 Mazda 6 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. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | Twosome | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2789 mm |