1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 1049 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 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Berkeley | Hyundai |
| Model | QB | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
