1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Vamos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Vamos (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Vamos should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 655 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Twosome | Vamos |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2460 mm |