1959 Berkeley B vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 959 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 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | B | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 115 L |
