1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1958 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1978 Austin Maxi is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Maxi weights approximately 675 kg more than 1958 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 Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1958 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | Maxi | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1790 mm |
