1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 627 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 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, 1991 Honda CRX (121 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm). This means 1991 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1991 Honda CRX | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | B 95 | CRX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2310 mm |