1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2000 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 41 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 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Seicento (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 354 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, 2000 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2000 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
