1959 Berkeley Foursome 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 Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 964 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, 2011 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | Foursome | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
