1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1968 Innocenti J4 is newer by 9 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti J4 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 487 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.
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, 1968 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Innocenti J4 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 | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Berkeley | Innocenti |
Model | B 95 | J4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |