1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 654 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 604 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 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, 1999 Honda Z (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Foursome | Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 35 L |