1959 Berkeley B vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 52 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 574 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | B | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |