1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 16 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 1,964 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 469 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 1975 Mazda RX-3 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 1975 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | QB | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |
