1948 Austin 16 vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1959 Berkeley B is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin 16 (63 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 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 1948 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 1948 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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1959 Berkeley B | |
Make | Austin | Berkeley |
Model | 16 | B |
Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 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 | 146 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 |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 |