1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 867 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.
Because 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95, 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Giulietta | B 95 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 25 L |
