1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 777 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic 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 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | B 95 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |