1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 34 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 837 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica 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. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 95 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2630 mm |
