1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 51 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 963 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 95 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 192 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 | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
