1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 40 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 1722 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 2001 Tata Safari 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, 2001 Tata Safari 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Berkeley Twosome | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Berkeley | Tata |
Model | Twosome | Safari |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2660 mm |