1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 38 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 1213 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Twosome | Verada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2730 mm |
