1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Twosome | Colt |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2970 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 95 L |