1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1972 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1972 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 13 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 909 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 1972 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Fiat Campagnola (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1972 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 38 L |
