1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 1105 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.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. 2005 Honda Accord 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. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Twosome | Accord |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2630 mm |