1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 1974 Honda 1300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1974 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 1300 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 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, 1974 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Twosome | 1300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2200 mm |