1959 Berkeley B vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 52 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 890 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | B | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
