1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 42 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 609 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | QB | Fit |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 42 L |