1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 12 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 127 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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, 1971 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | 127 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |
