1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1965 Mini MK I
To start off, 1965 Mini MK I is newer by 6 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 846 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mini MK I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B 95 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mini MK I weights approximately 252 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Mini MK I (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mini MK I 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 | 1965 Mini MK I | |
Make | Berkeley | Mini |
Model | B 95 | MK I |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |