1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 30 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 546 cc (2 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Minica (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Twosome | Minica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2270 mm |
