1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 46 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 730 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | Twosome | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 42 L |
