1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1960 Suzuki Light is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley QB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Suzuki Light weights approximately 159 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Berkeley QB (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley QB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
| Model | QB | Light |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 14 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
