1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1040 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | Twosome | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2645 mm |
