1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 744 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1960 Citroen DS | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | QB | DS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |