1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 10 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 127 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Twosome | 127 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |
