1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 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 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley QB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 500 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. 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, 1959 Berkeley QB (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley QB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | QB | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 14 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |