1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 1986 Holden Camira is newer by 25 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), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 697 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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. 1986 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1961 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1961 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Berkeley | Holden |
| Model | Twosome | Camira |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| 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 | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2580 mm |
