1959 Berkeley B vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 624 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 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | B | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
