1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 44 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 973 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Agila (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Agila 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, 2003 Vauxhall Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Agila 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
Model | B 95 | Agila |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2370 mm |