1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 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 968 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki SJ 410 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
| Model | QB | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
