1959 Berkeley B vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1961 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 2 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 934 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | B | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 37 L |
