1959 Berkeley B vs. 2005 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 46 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 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (79 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 789 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, 2005 Fiat Idea (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2005 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | B | Idea |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |
