1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |
