1959 Berkeley B vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (94 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 614 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 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | B | Corona |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |