1959 Berkeley B vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 47 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 821 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | B | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
