1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 20 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1212 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.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Berkeley | Isuzu |
Model | Twosome | Trooper |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2660 mm |