1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 39 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 691 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley QB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 369 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
Model | QB | Mira |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |