1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 51 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 989 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | QB | Citi |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 49 L |