1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1959 Berkeley B is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 964 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 1956 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 1956 Austin A 90. 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1959 Berkeley B | |
Make | Austin | Berkeley |
Model | A 90 | B |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 168 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 25 L |