1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1495 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 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Berkeley | Tata |
Model | Twosome | Sumo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2425 mm |