1959 Berkeley B vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1968 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 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 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B (49 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 500 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1959 Berkeley B (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | B | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 14 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 44 L |