1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 15 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Subaru Leone weights approximately 587 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 1974 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone 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 | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | B 95 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2450 mm |
