1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 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 358 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 165 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Twosome | Minica |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |