1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 1959 Berkeley B 95 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 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 1953 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95, 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
Make | Austin | Berkeley |
Model | A 90 | B 95 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 363 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |