1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (50 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 399 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | QB | 205 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2430 mm |
