1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 459 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 Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda 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 Panda | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | QB | Panda |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |