1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 13 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 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 805 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 1973 Mazda RX-4 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 1973 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | Twosome | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |
