1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 21 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 323 weights approximately 499 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 323 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | QB | 323 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
