1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | Twosome | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2580 mm |
