1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 45 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 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.
Because 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2004 Honda Z 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. 2004 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 Honda Z | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Foursome | Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 656 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 | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
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 | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 35 L |