1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 34 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 548 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 335 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 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Twosome | Minica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2270 mm |