1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 30 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 679 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | QB | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |
