1959 Berkeley B vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 584 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B | Galant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |
