1959 Berkeley B vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 38 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (80 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 614 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | B | 206 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
