1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1963 Mini MK I
To start off, 1963 Mini MK I is newer by 4 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Mini MK I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Mini MK I. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mini MK I weights approximately 234 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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, 1959 Berkeley QB (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley QB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1963 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mini |
| Model | QB | MK I |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
