1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 444 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.
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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1975 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
Model | QB | Leone |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2450 mm |