1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1965 Steyr 650T is newer by 4 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 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Berkeley Twosome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Steyr 650T weights approximately 182 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1965 Steyr 650T 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 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Berkeley | Steyr |
| Model | Twosome | 650T |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
