1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 42 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), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (104 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 771 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
