1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 38 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 794 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | QB | 146 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
