1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 48 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 689 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (136 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | QB | Palio II |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 47 L |