1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 519 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | QB | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2450 mm |
