1959 Berkeley B vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 424 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 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | B | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 46 L |
