1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 724 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 Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo 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 Tempo | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | QB | Tempo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2540 mm |