1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 36 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 853 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | QB | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2750 mm |
