1959 Berkeley B vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 27 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 564 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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | B | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 57 L |
