1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 1214 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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |
