1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (106 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 782 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (157 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm). This means 1992 Mazda 626 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 | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | B 95 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2620 mm |
