1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1973 Moretti 127
To start off, 1973 Moretti 127 is newer by 12 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Moretti 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1973 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Moretti 127 weights approximately 392 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, 1973 Moretti 127 (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Moretti 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1973 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Moretti |
| Model | Twosome | 127 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2460 mm |
