1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
Model | QB | Vitara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2490 mm |