2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 48 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 1234 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | 166 | QB |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 25 L |
