1966 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1966 Austin A 90 is newer by 7 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 1214 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 1966 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | A 90 | B |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 25 L |
