1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 559 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 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | QB | 205 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 110 L |
