1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 17 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1100 weights approximately 592 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.
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, 1978 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Simca |
| Model | Twosome | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |
