1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1971 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1971 Morris Oxford is newer by 12 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Oxford weights approximately 749 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.
Because 1971 Morris Oxford 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 1971 Morris Oxford. 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, 1971 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1971 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Berkeley | Morris |
| Model | QB | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
