1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 1113 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | B 95 | Sigma |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2730 mm |