1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 1962 Subaru 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 356 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Subaru 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Berkeley Twosome (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Subaru 360 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1962 Subaru 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Berkeley Twosome (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | Twosome | 360 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 61.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
