1959 Berkeley B vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 605 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (130 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 968 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 Peugeot 605 (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | B | 605 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2810 mm |
