1959 Berkeley B vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L 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 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda L weights approximately 469 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Berkeley | Skoda |
| Model | B | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |
