1945 Austin 16 vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1959 Berkeley B is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Austin 16 (63 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 924 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1959 Berkeley B | |
Make | Austin | Berkeley |
Model | 16 | B |
Year Released | 1945 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |