1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 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 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 775 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1960 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1960 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | Twosome | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
