1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 23 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Ballade weights approximately 404 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, 1982 Honda Ballade (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1982 Honda Ballade 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. 1982 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | QB | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2330 mm |
