1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 34 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 649 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (145 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Berkeley | Seat |
| Model | QB | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2450 mm |
