1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 52 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 1012 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Cube |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2530 mm |
