1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1978 Zastava 750
To start off, 1978 Zastava 750 is newer by 19 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 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 750 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1978 Zastava 750 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 1978 Zastava 750. 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, 1959 Berkeley QB (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley QB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1978 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Berkeley | Zastava |
Model | QB | 750 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |