1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1968 MG 1100
To start off, 1968 MG 1100 is newer by 9 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 MG 1100 weights approximately 444 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.
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, 1968 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1968 MG 1100 | |
Make | Berkeley | MG |
Model | QB | 1100 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2380 mm |