1959 Berkeley B vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 854 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | B | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
