1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 351 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 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | QB | Starlet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2310 mm |