1959 Berkeley B vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 801 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | B | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
