1959 Berkeley B vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1959 Berkeley B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1400 (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 809 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 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. 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, 1958 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | B | 1400 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |