1959 Berkeley B vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1659 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B. 2012 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Berkeley B | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Berkeley | SsangYong |
Model | B | Rexton |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 183 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 78 L |