1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 20 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 802 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 1979 Isuzu 117 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 1979 Isuzu 117. 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 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 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Berkeley | Isuzu |
Model | B 95 | 117 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 56 L |