1959 Berkeley B vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 39 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Serena (96 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 1029 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.
Because 1998 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | B | Serena |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2740 mm |
