1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 15 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 12 (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 569 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, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | QB | 12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2450 mm |
