1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 1152 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | Twosome | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
