1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 26 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), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Laser weights approximately 411 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, 1985 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | QB | Laser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
