1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 34 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 1179 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.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
| Model | QB | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2540 mm |
