1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1985 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1985 Fiat Argenta is newer by 26 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1985 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
