1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1002 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | B 95 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
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 | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |