1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
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 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | B 95 | Citi |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1423 cc |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 49 L |