1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1961 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1961 Mitsubishi A10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 493 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Mitsubishi A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mitsubishi A10 (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mitsubishi A10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mitsubishi A10 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Mitsubishi A10 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 1961 Mitsubishi A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Twosome | A10 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2070 mm |