1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 1087 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, 2004 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 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 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Berkeley | Rover |
Model | B 95 | 75 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |