1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 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 359 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 155 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 1973 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 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, both vehicles can yield 37 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Twosome | Minica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
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 | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 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 |