1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 44 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 658 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru R2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru R2 (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru R2 weights approximately 565 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 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2003 Subaru R2 (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | Twosome | R2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2370 mm |
