1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 876 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin 2200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Austin 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | 2200 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1790 mm |
