1959 Berkeley B vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1248 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.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | B | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
