1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 659 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Berkeley | Rover |
Model | QB | 200 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 121 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |