1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 1961 Abarth Monomille is newer by 2 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth Monomille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth Monomille (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth Monomille should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth Monomille weights approximately 179 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.
Because 1961 Abarth Monomille 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 1961 Abarth Monomille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, 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, 1961 Abarth Monomille (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth Monomille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
Make | Abarth | Berkeley |
Model | Monomille | QB |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 25 L |