1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 20 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 1089 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Alfa 6 | QB |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 25 L |