1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 49 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 664 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | QB | C2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 41 L |
