1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1968 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1968 Subaru FF-1 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 975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Subaru FF-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Subaru FF-1 weights approximately 314 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, 1968 Subaru FF-1 (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1968 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | QB | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
