1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 501 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 Morris Marina 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 Morris Marina. 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 Morris Marina (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Berkeley | Morris |
| Model | QB | Marina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |
