1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1650 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 Odyssey (328 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Twosome | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3010 mm |