1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 28 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 610 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.
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, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | Maestro | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1790 mm |
