1959 Berkeley B vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 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 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 514 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2390 mm |
