1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 31 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 10 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 279 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley B 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | B 95 | Minica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2270 mm |