1959 Berkeley B vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 53 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Sedici (119 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 1044 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.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | B | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
