1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 935 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 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
Model | Twosome | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2590 mm |