1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1961 Triumph Herald is newer by 2 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B 95 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph Herald weights approximately 377 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Because 1961 Triumph Herald 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 1961 Triumph Herald. 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, 1961 Triumph Herald (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph Herald 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 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
| Model | B 95 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 53 L |
