1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 33 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 1165 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Twosome | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2730 mm |
