1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 1489 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.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | QB | Retona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
