1959 Berkeley B vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 39 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 529 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | B | Duna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 140 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2370 mm |
