1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 26 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 1087 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, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX 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 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | B 95 | CX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3100 mm |