1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 567 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 1977 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1977 Toyota Celica 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. 1977 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | QB | Celica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 61 L |