1976 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 1976 Austin Allegro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Austin Allegro (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Allegro weights approximately 452 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 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, 1976 Austin Allegro (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | Allegro | B 95 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 25 L |
