1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 11 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 684 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | GTV | B |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 25 L |
