1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 507 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Berkeley | Morgan |
Model | Twosome | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2450 mm |