1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 18 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 702 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Twosome | Taft |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
