1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1996 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1996 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 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 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B 95 (40 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Panda weights approximately 321 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
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, both vehicles can yield 58 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1996 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | B 95 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
