1959 Berkeley B vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (82 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 928 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | B | DS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
