1978 Austin Allegro vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1978 Austin Allegro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Allegro weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 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, 1978 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Allegro | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | Allegro | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1790 mm |
