1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 53 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 1119 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo 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 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | B 95 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 152 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 | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
