1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1982 Fiat 127
To start off, 1982 Fiat 127 is newer by 23 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 127 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. 1982 Fiat 127 weights approximately 449 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, 1982 Fiat 127 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1982 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | 127 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2230 mm |
