1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 527 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 1973 Austin Allegro has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Austin Allegro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
Make | Berkeley | Austin |
Model | B 95 | Allegro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |