1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1095 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 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Berkeley Twosome 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make Berkeley Subaru
Model Twosome Legacy
Year Released 1960 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 328 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 18 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 37 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 58 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.3:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 305 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 1790 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 25 L 64 L