1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1967 Innocenti A 40 is newer by 8 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1967 Innocenti A 40 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 1967 Innocenti A 40. 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, 1967 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | Berkeley | Innocenti |
Model | QB | A 40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |