1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 21 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), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 829 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | GTV | QB |
| Year Released | 1980 | 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1990 mm |
