1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 569 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Isuzu Minx 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 1957 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1957 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Berkeley | Isuzu |
Model | QB | Minx |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2440 mm |