1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1991 Chrysler TC
To start off, 1991 Chrysler TC is newer by 32 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler TC (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler TC weights approximately 1111 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, 1991 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler TC 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 | 1991 Chrysler TC | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | B 95 | TC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2370 mm |
