1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 714 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 Talbot 1510 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Berkeley | Talbot |
Model | QB | 1510 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2610 mm |