1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 20 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 769 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 1979 Mazda 929 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 1979 Mazda 929. 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | QB | 929 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2620 mm |
