1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley QB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 114 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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, 1959 Berkeley QB (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley QB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | QB | 2CV |
Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 374 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 10 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 19 L |