1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 1961 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Berkeley Twosome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Subaru 360 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1958 Subaru 360 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 1958 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 Berkeley Twosome (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | Twosome | 360 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
