1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1962 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1962 Ford Cortina is newer by 3 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Cortina weights approximately 397 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1962 Ford Cortina 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 1962 Ford Cortina. 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, 1962 Ford Cortina (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1962 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | QB | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| 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 | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 36 L |
