1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1057 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 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 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | B 95 | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |