1959 Berkeley B vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica is newer by 49 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indica weights approximately 689 kg more 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, 2008 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2008 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Berkeley | Tata |
| Model | B | Indica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 37 L |
