1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 1242 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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | Twosome | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |