1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 43 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Z (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Twosome | Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2370 mm |