1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet

To start off, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 6 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 509 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1965 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Berkeley QB 1965 Fiat Cabriolet
Make Berkeley Fiat
Model QB Cabriolet
Year Released 1959 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 691 cc 1220 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 39 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 381 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 1990 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 25 L 37 L


 

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