1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 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 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 249 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Abarth | Berkeley |
| Model | 1300 | QB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 1990 mm |
