1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira is newer by 29 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), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Camira weights approximately 669 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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1988 Holden Camira | |
Make | Berkeley | Holden |
Model | QB | Camira |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
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 | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2580 mm |