1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 49 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 717 kg more 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 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 | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | B 95 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
