1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1979 Lancia Gamma is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Gamma (116 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 939 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, 1979 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1979 Lancia Gamma has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lancia Gamma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | QB | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |
