1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 1982 Mercury LN7 is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury LN7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury LN7 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury LN7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury LN7 weights approximately 660 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, 1982 Mercury LN7 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury LN7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
| Model | Twosome | LN7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
