1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 33 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (79 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 559 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, 1992 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | QB | 19 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
