1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 23 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 522 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, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Astra 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 | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
| Model | B 95 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2520 mm |
