1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 681 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda 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 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | B 95 | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 30 L |