1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 455 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 1960 Hudson Metropolitan 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 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Berkeley | Hudson |
Model | B 95 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2170 mm |