1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | Twosome | 323 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2510 mm |
