1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B 95 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| 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 | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 67 L |
