1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 502 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, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1978 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2410 mm |
