1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 37 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 799 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | QB | Coupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |