1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 46 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 1657 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2005 Honda Lagreat 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. 2005 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | Twosome | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3010 mm |
