1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 23 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 477 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, 1984 Toyota Starlet (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | Twosome | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2310 mm |
