1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2005 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 46 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 937 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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo 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 | 2005 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | B 95 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
