1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 329 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, 1991 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Innocenti |
| Model | QB | 990 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
