1959 Berkeley B vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Polo (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 664 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, 1998 Volkswagen Polo (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | Polo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
