1959 Berkeley B vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 36 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), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (133 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 1043 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | B | 406 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
