1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1339 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 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Berkeley | Hyundai |
| Model | QB | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |
