1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 572 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.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | B 95 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
