1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1994 Ford Orion
To start off, 1994 Ford Orion is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Orion weights approximately 657 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, 1994 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Orion 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 | 1994 Ford Orion | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | B 95 | Orion |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |