1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (91 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
| Model | QB | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2470 mm |
