1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 16 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 504 (72 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 893 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 1975 Peugeot 504 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 1975 Peugeot 504. 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, 1975 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | QB | 504 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
