1959 Berkeley B vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 20 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 574 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, 1979 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Berkeley | Seat |
Model | B | 124 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |