1959 Berkeley B vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 757 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | B | RunX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
