1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1991 Fiat Cinquecento
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 32 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Cinquecento weights approximately 296 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento (66 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm). This means 1991 Fiat Cinquecento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Cinquecento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2210 mm |
