1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 457 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | B 95 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2450 mm |