1959 Berkeley B vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2002 Lancia Thesis is newer by 43 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Thesis (213 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1394 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, 2002 Lancia Thesis (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B. 2002 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | B | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 213 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
