1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 49 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 559 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, 2009 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | Twosome | Aygo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |