1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 52 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), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 719 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | QB | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| 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 | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
