1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1960 Austin A 99 is newer by 1 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 1212 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 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
Make | Austin | Berkeley |
Model | A 99 | Twosome |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 25 L |