1959 Berkeley B vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 1139 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 Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | B | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
