1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1959 Simca Vedette
To start off, both 1959 Berkeley QB and 1959 Simca Vedette were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Vedette weights approximately 719 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1959 Simca Vedette 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 1959 Simca Vedette. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1959 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Berkeley | Simca |
| Model | QB | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2700 mm |
