1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 24 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 439 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Talbot Samba (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Berkeley | Talbot |
| Model | Twosome | Samba |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2350 mm |
