1959 Berkeley B vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 44 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Retona (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 1514 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 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Berkeley | Kia |
Model | B | Retona |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2370 mm |