1959 Berkeley B vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dedra is newer by 40 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Dedra (88 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 814 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, 1999 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | B | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
