1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 464 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1959 Berkeley B | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Giulietta | B |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 25 L |