1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1970 Innocenti C
To start off, 1970 Innocenti C 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti C (57 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti C should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti C weights approximately 389 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Innocenti C (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1970 Innocenti C | |
| Make | Berkeley | Innocenti |
| Model | QB | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 28 L |
