1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1971 Subaru Leone is newer by 12 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Subaru Leone weights approximately 455 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.
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, 1971 Subaru Leone (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | Twosome | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2450 mm |
