1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 539 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Punto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |
