1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 35 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1432 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.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2660 mm |
