1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2001 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2001 Honda Avancier is newer by 42 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Avancier weights approximately 1264 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.
Because 2001 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier 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, 2001 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2001 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2001 Honda Avancier | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Foursome | Avancier |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 61 L |