1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 31 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 614 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, 1990 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Berkeley | Plymouth |
Model | QB | Colt |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2400 mm |