1959 Berkeley B vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 50 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (134 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 981 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | B | C4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
