1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba 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 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Samba weights approximately 422 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, 1981 Talbot Samba (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Berkeley | Talbot |
| Model | Twosome | Samba |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
