1959 Berkeley B vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 37 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Nova (105 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Nova weights approximately 709 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, 1996 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Berkeley | Holden |
| Model | B | Nova |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2470 mm |
