1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1984 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1984 Ford Meteor is newer by 25 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), 1984 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Meteor (72 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Meteor weights approximately 504 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, 1984 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1984 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | QB | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| 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 | 72 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
