1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 441 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1973 Opel Kadett 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 1973 Opel Kadett. 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, 1973 Opel Kadett (71 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm). This means 1973 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | QB | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
