1959 Berkeley B vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 907 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 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | B | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 53 L |
