1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste 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 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (172 Nm @ 4 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste 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 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | B 95 | Celeste |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |