1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1956 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1956 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1956 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Twosome | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2775 mm |