1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Escort weights approximately 436 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1956 Ford Escort 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 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, 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, 1956 Ford Escort (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1956 Ford Escort | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | QB | Escort |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 31 L |