1959 Berkeley B vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 28 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 366 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | B | AX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
