1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1961 Innocenti 950 is newer by 2 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 349 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1961 Innocenti 950 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 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 1961 Innocenti 950 (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Berkeley | Innocenti |
Model | QB | 950 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2130 mm |