1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 24 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 501 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo 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 | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | B 95 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2460 mm |