1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 832 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 Lancia Beta (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta 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 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | B 95 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| 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 | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |
