1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1977 Subaru Rex 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 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley QB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Rex weights approximately 154 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1977 Subaru Rex 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 1977 Subaru Rex. 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, 1959 Berkeley QB (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley QB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
| Model | QB | Rex |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
