1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 50 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1685 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. 2007 Honda Odyssey 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. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Twosome | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3010 mm |