1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 24 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 539 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 57 L |
