1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 50 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 1222 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Twosome | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
