1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 730 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Twosome | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1480 mm |
