1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 992 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 2001 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | Twosome | Stream |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
