1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 1979 Renault Siete 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 1,036 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault Siete weights approximately 434 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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 Renault Siete (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1979 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | QB | Siete |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1036 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2540 mm |
