1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1985 Mazda 626 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 626 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 626 weights approximately 655 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 Mazda 626 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | QB | 626 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2520 mm |