1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1963 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 4 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 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 499 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.
Because 1963 Triumph Vitesse 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 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
| Model | QB | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
