1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 204 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 1,128 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 484 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, 1972 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | QB | 204 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2610 mm |
