1959 Berkeley B vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B.
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 Volkswagen Pickup (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
