1959 Berkeley B vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 959 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 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
Model | B | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2640 mm |