1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1962 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1962 Ford Cortina is newer by 3 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Cortina (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Cortina weights approximately 415 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 1962 Ford Cortina 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 1962 Ford Cortina. 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, 1962 Ford Cortina (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Cortina 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 | 1962 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | B 95 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 36 L |