1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,491 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 702 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B 95 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 180 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |
