1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Micra (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Micra weights approximately 337 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 Nissan Micra (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | B 95 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2310 mm |
