1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Fiat 1100 (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | QB | 1100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |