1959 Berkeley B vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 48 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Agila (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Agila weights approximately 584 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, 2007 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | B | Agila |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 41 L |
