1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 50 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | Twosome | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3010 mm |
