1959 Berkeley B vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 23 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 504 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, 1982 Renault 11 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | B | 11 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 34 L |
