1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1983 Suzuki Jimny 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 690 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley B 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B 95 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95 should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 327 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Because 1983 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Berkeley B 95 (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley B 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
Model | B 95 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |