1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 21 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 679 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 1980 Lancia Beta 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 1980 Lancia Beta. 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
Model | QB | Beta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 165 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 | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |