1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 937 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.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
Model | B 95 | SX4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |