1959 Berkeley B vs. 1989 Citroen AX
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 30 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen AX (52 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen AX weights approximately 369 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, 1989 Citroen AX (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | B | AX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
