1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 933 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 Seat Toledo (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Berkeley | Seat |
Model | QB | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |