1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 is newer by 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 952 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
| Model | Twosome | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2700 mm |
