1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 919 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 1990 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
Model | QB | 505 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2910 mm |