1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 334 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | QB | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 34 L |
