1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 16 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 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 467 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 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
Model | B 95 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2350 mm |