1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 1024 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | QB | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
