1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 345 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
| Model | QB | Charade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
