1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1981 Subaru DL
To start off, 1981 Subaru DL is newer by 22 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru DL weights approximately 515 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, 1981 Subaru DL (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1981 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | Twosome | DL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2470 mm |
