1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1328 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.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Berkeley Twosome 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Berkeley Subaru
Model Twosome Legacy
Year Released 1957 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 327 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 15 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 22 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 305 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 1790 mm 2680 mm


 

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