1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2010 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Berkeley | Hyundai |
Model | B 95 | i20 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17:01 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2525 mm |