1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1067 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 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2001 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | Twosome | Forester |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2530 mm |
