1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Model F (87 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 949 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.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Model F (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1984 Toyota Model F 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. 1984 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | QB | Model F |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2240 mm |
