1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 52 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 990 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.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. 2012 Suzuki Equator 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. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
| Model | Twosome | Equator |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
