1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 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 359 cc (2 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 155 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica 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 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Twosome | Minica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |