1959 Berkeley B vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1976 Renault 14 is newer by 17 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 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 14 (57 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 14 weights approximately 509 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, 1976 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | B | 14 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 48 L |
