1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2008 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 969 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2008 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
