1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 29 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 949 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.
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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Berkeley | Plymouth |
| Model | Twosome | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2630 mm |
