1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 6 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 614 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Berkeley B | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Giulia | B |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 25 L |