1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2002 Honda Acty
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 43 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 690 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley B 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Acty weights approximately 477 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, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty 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 | 2002 Honda Acty | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | B 95 | Acty |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
