1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 17 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (53 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 584 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 1976 Fiat 131 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 1976 Fiat 131. 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | 131 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2500 mm |
