1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1990 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 31 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 849 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1990 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | QB | CX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
