1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1960 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 Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Twosome | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |