1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1231 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 Lancia Phedra (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | QB | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
