1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2000 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Seat Cordoba 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Cordoba (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 652 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 Seat Cordoba (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Cordoba 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 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Berkeley | Seat |
Model | B 95 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
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 | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2450 mm |